To: Bella Vista City Council
Limit Tethering of Dogs in Bella Vista
We support an ordinance in Bella Vista that would limit the number of hours in a day and conditions under which a dog may be tethered.
Why is this important?
Dogs deserve better than to live their lives at the end of a 6ft. chain or tether. Dogs that are tied 24/7 are usually neglected and isolated. Dogs that are tied around the clock become more aggressive and territorial. They are almost 3 times more likely to bite overall. Children are particularly vulnerable. Statistics show that chained/tethered dogs are 5 times more likely to bite children. Chained/tethered dogs account for the majority of serious bite injuries to children. Dogs and people deserve better in Bella Vista!